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A bowl of pasta with tomatoes, mushrooms, and clams in it.

Linguine and Clams

An easy pasta dish with clams, tomatoes, and mushrooms.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 1 pound linguine
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 c. chicken broth
  • ½ c. white wine
  • 2 cans 6 ½ oz chopped clams, in juice
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 c. thinly sliced mushrooms
  • 1 c. chopped tomatoes
  • ½ c. parmesan cheese
  • 1 Tablespoon butter
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to the package directions. Drain and keep hot.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Drain the juice of one can of clams into the pan.
  • Add the broth, wine, and cayenne pepper to the pan. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Slowly stir in the tomatoes, clams, remaining clam juice, and mushrooms. Cook for 4 minutes.
  • Add the butter and a splash of wine. Cook for 3 additional minutes.
  • Place the pasta into the pan with the sauce nd toss. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and basil.
  • Serve warm.

Notes

Adapted from Cooking Light